About Butte County CERT
Our Mission
The Butte County Community Emergency Response Team (BCCERT) is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that falls under the Butte County Sheriff's Office umbrella. The BCCERT organization enhances the Sheriff's mission by providing services to the citizens of Butte County during emergencies.
BCCERT educates the public regarding emergency preparedness at community events and other outreach programs. During emergencies BCCERT assists the Sheriff's Office with logistical and operational support. BCCERT members aid in issuing emergency notifications across different emergency notification systems and offer other community support given the need.
CERT is a nation-wide program, formalized in 1993 by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). BCCERT was formed in 2020.
Support Butte County CERT
To continue serving the Butte community, we rely on contributions, grants, and volunteer efforts. Your donation helps cover costs related to training, operations, and public education, which are crucial for the Butte County Cert program and supported by the Butte County Department and Butte County EMS. Together with the Butte Sheriff Department, we aim to enhance community safety and preparedness.